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. 2003 Mar-Apr;5(2):70-6.
doi: 10.1097/01.GIM.0000055201.16487.61.

Barriers to the provision of genetic services by primary care physicians: a systematic review of the literature

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Barriers to the provision of genetic services by primary care physicians: a systematic review of the literature

Sandy Suther et al. Genet Med. 2003 Mar-Apr.

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this literature review is to report primary care physicians' perceived barriers concerning the provision of genetic services.

Methods: Sixty-eight papers were identified in six electronic databases. Only publications classified as empirical studies (N = 18) were included in this review.

Results: Barriers identified most frequently in reviewed studies were inadequate knowledge of basic genetics, lack of detailed or updated family histories, lack of confidence, and lack of referral guidelines.

Conclusion: Although many primary care physicians perceive genetics as a low practice priority, they do report a need for educational programs in genetics, informational resources, and referral guidelines.

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